When deciding on draperies one question that is often asked is how to treat a bay window with a valance. For some reason, many consumers are puzzled by these types of window valances and approach them with trepidation when it comes to decorating. This need not be the case. Just keep in mind one simp[...]
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Three Basic Rules To Making Window Valances
When you want to decorate a room or give your home a complete remodel but are on the short end of a budget, try adding window valances. They are simple window treatments that can give an otherwise dull room some elegance and offer depth to a room that just seems to be too one dimensional [...][...]
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How Do You Make Lined Valances?
What is a lined valance? Basically, it’s a valance with a lining. That’s it. Why are they lined? Several reasons, actually. One is to prevent the window valances from sticking to any lined drapes they may be used with. Another reason is to make the window treatments look fuller and less one dime[...]
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How To Hang A Window Scarf In A Bay Window
Learning how to hang a window scarf in a bay window area is not difficult, requiring more imagination than effort. The best part is that you won’t have to know how to build a mounting board for a bay window as the scarf will just be draped over the rod. Scarf valances for bay windows [...][...]
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How To Build A Mounting Board For A Bay Window
Mounting simple window valances is one thing; how to build a mounting board for a bay window can be an intimidating task in itself. Yet, beautiful treatments can be easily accomplished for the unique three-sided window. There are many different ways of dressing a window with boards and valances; fro[...]
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Finding The Perfect Bay Window Curtain Rod For Your Valances
There’s no denying that a bay window is a beautiful addition to any home. One downside to having a bay window, though, is the loss of heat or cool air due to its large area of exposure where insulation isn’t possible. One simple way to correct this issue is to hang curtains, but sometime[...]